Paris-Brest is an emblematic pastry, originating in the Paris suburbs and created as a tribute to the bicycle race of the same name. With its wheel shape and composition combining choux pastry and praline pastry cream, it has been a must-have for sweet tooths since the early 20th century. Today, Parisian patisseries compete with each other to offer revisited versions of this classic.
Our selection of the best Paris-Brest in Paris will enable you to discover some of our favorite pastry shops, where tradition and creativity meet to offer delicious, gourmet creations. Check back regularly for the latest additions to our list!
The traditional Paris-Brest recipe consists of choux pastry filled with praline mousseline cream and sprinkled with almond slivers. However, Parisian pastry chefs don't just reproduce this classic recipe, but reinvent it with bold, modern variations.
In our selection of favorite addresses, you can enjoy Paris-Brest with traditional flavors, but also discover more original versions, incorporating ingredients such as chocolate, caramel, fruit or even spicy notes. Parisian pastry chefs don't hesitate to push back the limits of creativity to offer unique and tasty Paris-Brest.
While visiting these must-see Parisian patisseries, you can also benefit from the expertise and passion of the pastry chefs who make these Paris-Brest. They'll be delighted to advise you and share with you the history and secrets behind these delicacies.
Don't wait any longer to discover these favorite addresses and enjoy the best Paris-Brest in the capital. And don't forget to come back regularly to our list to discover the latest addresses added through our tastings and meetings with Parisian pastry chefs.
Jo and Nana Cakes: pastries and vegan tea time in a cosy vintage tea room
Just a stone's throw from the 12th arrondissement's Petite Ceinture, enjoy a moment of calm and indulgence at Jo and Nana Cakes, a plant-based patisserie where you can enjoy delicious sweets on the go, for tea time or brunch! [Read more]
Gonflé, Timothy Breton's delicious Paris bakery and patisserie
Say goodbye to Bara and hello to Gonflé, Timothy Breton's new bakery and patisserie in Paris's 10th arrondissement, a stone's throw from Gare du Nord. We're off to discover its delicacies. We tell you all about the redesigned and expanded offering, and the ambition to move into other locations. [Read more]
We tested the Best Pastry Shop in Yvelines 2024
The Yvelines 2024 Best Patisserie competition, organized by the Fédération de boulangerie-pâtisserie des Yvelines et de l'Essonne, took place in Sonchamp in September. Top of the list was Daniel Agil, a promising young chef from the Gare Ô Pains patisserie in Méré, who shone by winning gold in the "employee" category. The competition showcases local talent, who compete with daring and creativity to present the best paris-brest and apple tarts. [Read more]
Julo, the patisserie that delights the 10th arrondissement
Julo is the name of a new patisserie opened by 3 talented pastry chefs in Paris's 10th arrondissement. We take you on a discovery tour. [Read more]
Fana, the good bistronomic terrace restaurant Paris 18e
We'd like to take you on a tour of Fana Bistrot, a new bistronomic restaurant in the charming rue Ferdinand Flocon in Paris's 18th arrondissement. Fresh, seasonal cuisine and enchanting desserts, all served in a modern bistro setting with a terrace overlooking the Sacré Coeur, are sure to make your day. [Read more]
Christophe Michalak's bakery, patisserie and chocolate shop Étienne Marcel, Paris 1er
Gourmet alert, Christophe Michalak has just opened his new boutique in the 1ᵉʳ arrondissement of Paris. Head to rue Etienne Marcel to discover this new gourmet spot, which for the first time brings together pastry, bakery and chocolate all in one place. [Read more]
Boulangerie Pâtisserie l'Équilibre, the best in French patisserie Paris 15e
L'Équilibre is the Boulangerie Pâtisseries that everyone flocks to in Paris's 15th arrondissement. With a baker and pastry chef who is a former palace sous chef, the pastries, viennoiseries and sourdough breads are as luxurious as they are gourmet, and at a more affordable price. We love the classic, excellently executed, all in a historic boutique. [Read more]
Ginko, the 19th arrondissement's nugget pastry shop with Franco-Japanese-Moroccan flavors
Ginko is the name of this little neighborhood patisserie that delights the 19th arrondissement. It's a place where you'll discover creative patisseries with a hint of travel, which we're sure you'll love to try - a real editor's favorite. [Read more]
Bopain, the 12th arrondissement bakery with incredible pastries
Bopain, freshly opened, is the neighborhood bakery-pastry shop in Paris's 12th arrondissement that combines good produce and expertise. At Bopain, there are no concessions: all bread is organic, and all viennoiseries and pastries are homemade with passion. [Read more]
Bulle, the bakery and patisserie that delights the Buttes Chaumont in Paris
Let's go and discover Bulle, the bakery and patisserie that's got pasian gourmands in a frenzy. Opened a few months ago by Jules Neyers and Eugénie Brunetière, this new spot is sure to tempt your taste buds in search of good sourdough breads, fine viennoiseries and fine pastries. [Read more]
Boulangerie l'Essentiel, everything is there to enjoy and find good bread
L'Essentiel is now 5 bakeries-pastry shops in Paris and in the Paris region that combine tradition and modernity. No concessions on quality and taste, regularly rewarded for their breads, these 4 addresses have what it takes to seduce the most demanding in terms of sourdough breads, pastries and gourmet pastries. [Read more]
Jolie Miche, the new 17th century gourmet bakery with ancient flours
Jolie Miche is the name of the new bakery in the 17th arrondissement of Paris, and it has a lot to offer. Divine natural sourdough breads and ancient flours, ultra tasty pastries and top quality pastries, we want more. [Read more]
Frappe, the urban bakery-pastry shop that's making Paris run
Frappe is the name of a new bakery and patisserie that opened this year in the 11th arrondissement of Paris. Solenn Le Squer and Thomas Padovan offer delicious artisan breads, gourmet viennoiseries, crazy Frappe Rolls and fine pastries. [Read more]
The Atelier Gato pastry shop and tea room by Nicolas Haelewyn in Versailles
Atelier Gato is the name of the charming pastry shop and tea room opened by Nicolas Haelewyn in Versailles. This talented chef, who passed through the Ladurée house and who delighted us for years at Karamel, continues to delight sweet tooths in the Yvelines from now on, in Guyancourt in his workshop and now in Versailles. [Read more]
Zest, Champion's bakery and tea room
Zest is the name of the Boulangerie-Pâtisserie run by Cyril Gaidella, Champion de France du dessert 2017, which is delighted to be opening in Neuilly-sur-Seine, just outside Paris. Come and discover its sourdough breads, homemade viennoiseries and delicious, gourmet pastries. [Read more]
The Galerie du Georges V for a treat
The George V invites us to a new culinary experience in its Galerie. For the start of the 2021 season, Chef Alan Taudon has created a new menu that pays tribute to French terroir and savoir-faire. We're back with the essential dishes of French gastronomy, creatively reworked. [Read more]
Jeffrey Cagnes opened his pastry and chocolate shop in Paris!
Jeffrey Cagnes has finally opened his own pastry-chocolate shop this Tuesday, September 21, 202. The 35 year old pastry chef has set up shop in the rue des Moines, in the heart of the Batignolles district, and has some great discoveries in store for us, with amazing creations, sure-fire values and beautiful collab'. [Read more]
Boris Lumé, the ultra creative bakery and pastry shop in Montmartre
Boris Lumé is a bakery that delights Parisian sweet tooths with creative pastries that can be found in two locations in the 18th arrondissement of Paris. For those of you who love great local nuggets, this is the place to be. [Read more]
Le Bon Pâtisserie, the good address in the 11th
For those who love good seasonal pastries with little sugar, we have a golden address in the 11th district for you. Discover Le Bon Pâtisserie, the gourmet gem by Clément Yang. [Read more]
Philippe Conticini unveils a new pastry shop in the 3rd district of Paris
Notice to sweet tooths! The world-famous pastry chef Philippe Conticini has opened a new boutique in the heart of the 3rd arrondissement of Paris. An opportunity to (re)discover his iconic desserts but also other delicious surprises. [Read more]
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